1991 Audi 80 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
